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Rab

Shadow Balaclava

Name: Shadow Balaclava
Brand: Rab
SKU: QAA25002
Price: 44.99 EUR
Availability: OutOfStock

€44.99

Size: Size chart

Rab Size Guide – Great Outdoors

greatoutdoors Rab Size Guide

Rab® — Size Guide

Find Your Rab Size

All measurements are body measurements in centimetres (cm). Use the charts below for Men's and Women's clothing, gloves and hats.

Men's Clothing

All measurements are body measurements in cm. Jackets for extreme conditions are cut slightly more generous to accommodate thicker midlayers.

Tip: If between sizes, go up to the larger size. For expedition or alpine jackets designed for use with heavy midlayers, consider your intended layering when choosing — you may prefer a size down if wearing fewer layers beneath.

Men's Jackets & Tops (cm)

Size	Chest (cm)	Waist (cm)	Arm Length (cm)
XXS	86	68.5	81
XS	90	71	83
S	94	76	83
M	102	81	86
L	109	86	89
XL	117	91	91
XXL	122	96	91

Men's Legwear — Waist & Inseam (cm)

Size	Waist (cm)	Inseam Short (cm)	Inseam Regular (cm)	Inseam Long (cm)
XS	71	71	81	86
S	76	71	81	86
M	81	71	81	86
L	86	71	81	86
XL	91	71	81	86
XXL	96	71	81	86

How to Measure — Men's Clothing

ChestMeasure the full circumference of your chest just below your armpits, keeping the tape horizontal.

WaistFind the top of your hip and measure the full circumference around your body at that point.

Arm LengthMeasure horizontally from the centre of your back, across the shoulder, over a naturally bent elbow and down to the wrist fold.

Inside LegMeasure from your crotch to the base of your ankle while standing straight.

Women's Clothing

All measurements are body measurements in cm. Jackets for extreme conditions are cut slightly more generous to accommodate thicker midlayers.

Tip: If between sizes, go up to the larger size. For expedition or alpine jackets designed for use with heavy midlayers, consider your intended layering — you may prefer a size down if wearing fewer layers beneath.

Women's Jackets & Tops (cm)

Size	Chest (cm)	Waist (cm)	Hip (cm)	Arm Length (cm)
XS	84	69	90	77.5
S	89	72	95	79
M	94	76	100	81
L	99	81	105	84
XL	104	86	110.5	86

Women's Legwear — Waist & Inseam (cm)

Size	Waist (cm)	Inseam Short (cm)	Inseam Regular (cm)	Inseam Long (cm)
XS	69	71	79	84
S	72	71	79	84
M	76	71	79	84
L	81	71	79	84
XL	86	71	79	84

How to Measure — Women's Clothing

Chest / BustMeasure the full circumference of your chest just below your armpits, keeping the tape horizontal.

WaistFind the top of your hip and measure the full circumference around your body at that point.

HipMeasure around the widest part of your hip area, keeping the tape horizontal.

Arm LengthMeasure horizontally from the centre of your back, across the shoulder, over a naturally bent elbow and down to the wrist fold.

Inside LegMeasure from your crotch to the base of your ankle while standing straight.

Gloves & Mitts

Hand circumference and hand length in centimetres (cm). Measure your dominant hand. If between sizes, size up.

Tip: Always measure both hand circumference and hand length, and use the larger of the two to determine your size. For liner gloves, consider sizing down for a snug fit.

Gloves & Mitts Size Chart (cm)

Size	Hand Circumference (cm)	Hand Length (cm)
S	18–19	16.5–18
M	20–21.5	19–20
L	23–24	21.5–23
XL	24–25.5	23–24

How to Measure — Gloves

Hand CircumferenceMeasure the circumference around the fullest part of your hand — around the knuckles, excluding the thumb. Keep fingers relaxed.

Hand LengthMeasure from the base of your wrist to the tip of your middle finger in a straight line.

Use the Larger SizeIf your circumference and length measurements suggest different sizes, always use the larger of the two for the best fit.

Between Sizes?Go up to the next size for a more comfortable fit. Gloves that are too tight restrict blood flow and reduce warmth.

Hats & Caps

Head circumference in centimetres (cm), measured around the widest part of the head just above the eyebrows.

Note: Most Rab hats come in one size, designed to comfortably fit a head circumference of 55–60 cm. If your head is smaller or larger than this range, try one on in store to confirm the fit.

Hat & Cap Sizing

Size	Head Circumference (cm)
One Size	55–60
S/M	55–57
L/XL	58–60

How to Measure — Hats

Wrap the TapeWrap a soft tape measure around the thickest part of your head — usually around the forehead, just above the eyebrows and ears.

Keep it LevelMake sure the tape is level all the way around your head. Don't pull it tight — keep it snug but comfortable.

Find Your SizeNote the measurement in cm and match it to the chart above. Most Rab beanies and hats are one size and fit 55–60 cm comfortably.

Variant

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Free Delivery over €75 (IE)

31-Day Returns Policy

Discover unparalleled protection and comfort with the Shadow Balaclava, a masterpiece of innovation by Rab. Designed for the adventurous spirit, this stretch fleece balaclava integrates zoned windproof areas to shield your face and ears, ensuring warmth and resilience in harsh conditions. Its unique construction features Polartec® Power Stretch® fabric for exceptional breathability and wind resistance, alongside strategic Polartec® Wind Pro® panels for enhanced protection. The Shadow Balaclava's versatility is further amplified by a flip-back head section, catering to dynamic outdoor demands. Experience comfort under any helmet or hood with its low bulk, single-layer design.

Features

Polartec® Power Stretch® fabric for superior breathability and wind resistance.
Zoned Polartec® Wind Pro® panels protect the face and ears with Hardface technology.
Flip-back head section offers adaptable wear.
Engineered for minimal bulk, fitting comfortably under helmets or hoods.
Soft Lycra binding for a gentle, secure fit.

Inner Fabric	Fabric Inner - Polartec® Hardface: 298g/m², 90% Polyester, 10% Elastane
Outer Fabric	Fabric Outer - Polartec® Power Stretch® Pro: 241g/m², 38% Nylon, 53% Polyester, 9% Elastane
Product Code	QAA-25
Main Fabric	Polartec® Power Stretch®
Additional Fabric	Polartec® Wind Pro® stretch with Hardface technology
Construction	Single layer
Binding	Low bulk soft Lycra

We offer free delivery on all orders over €75, and €5.95 for all orders under €75.
-We aim to ship all orders placed before 1:00pm on the same business day and have it delivered next-day, but in busy periods this can take longer, so allow for up to 3 working days for fulfillment.

We accept returns within 31 days of receiving the item, either in-store or by post.
- All items returned must be suitable to be sold again as new. For our full returns policy - click here.
- In-store returns are Free of charge, and returns posted with An Post via our returns page are €5 from a post office, or €6 collected from your home.
- All returns can be organised with An Post click & post, and will be fulfilled as soon as they arrive back at our store. Click here to start a return.